Nearly everything came back ok except for any test relating to blood count and anemia. I started taking an iron supplement today but worry that eye surgery could be held up if I'm determined to be over whatever limit they have for being anemic. I will be a nervous wreck by Friday morning, when I see the eye surgeon.
Nothing like self-diagnosis, but I did a lot of online research today. The tests showed what is considered "mild" anemia. Anemia can be caused by continued use of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, and others. I have taken maximum doses of ibuprofen and naproxen since my fall in early December, probably enough to cause mild anemia. I stopped taking all that stuff a couple of days ago, and since I'm taking an iron supplement now, I'm going to try being positive and tap in to the power of my mind to get me back on track!
I think if I have to wait several weeks before surgery I am going to get my camper mounted on the truck and take off for someplace within 100-200 miles. Otherwise I won't be able to stand the wait.
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Good luck. My fingers are crossed for you. I am severely anemic. My count should be 13 - 8 is considered severe and mine was 3. Drs said I should not be able to stand up. Iron pills worked wonders. Brought it back up to normal in a very short time. Not sure if it is still normal today but I was definately able to get eye surgery. Hang in there Gypsy.
ReplyDeleteIt is not surpising that the meds you were taking caused the anemia. Probably other things, also. I hate to take medications and only do so when all else fails.
ReplyDeleteYou could continues the iron pills, or start eating liver accompanied by spinach salad. I'd vote for the iron pills!
ReplyDeleteYour iron pills will bring you up in a big hurry. I have pernicious anemia and have to take B12 shots every month. I had to take iron in the beginning but once the iron level got back up my body took over and handles the iron for me so I don't have to take that pill anymore.
ReplyDeleteBut even a mild case of anemia will really make you feel lousy. So the good news is you should feel a whole lot better in a short period of time.
Sounds like you are doing the right thing. I'm sure all will go well.
ReplyDeleteGood Luck!!
I hope everything will be alright and your operation can go ahead soon. Health is a very precarious state in our later years. Good luck.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear all is well except the slight anemia. You sure have had some road blocks thrown up in front of you in the past year or so. Good thoughts for you.
ReplyDeleteSounds like the news is basically good. Maybe check with your primary care doctor on best way to get the anemia numbers better. Best of luck.
ReplyDeleteOh, the gypsy in the "Gypsy Girl" is struggling to burst free...I doubt you will be able to contain her much longer...LOL!
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